The transcript is divided into the following sections. I started following him after his book, an awesome book, came out and when i saw some of his personal artwork, i got an immediate idea for an art lesson. Dallas clayton is the author and illustrator of the breakthrough hit an awesome book he is also the creator of the awesome world foundation, which donates books to children in need. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading an awesome book of thanks. Nov 15, 2010 buy the hardcover book an awesome book of thanks. A heartwarming read about cultivating a gratitude attitude. The story of david bringing the ark to jerusalem with song and dancing is. Alliterative and rhyming words of wisdom surrounded by all new art fill this energetic alphabet book by dallas clayton. Written in the vein of classic imaginative tales, it is a. Dallas clayton, in a particularly grateful mood, decided to write a book about it. Recently ive stumbled upon this great writer and artist that has some really cool ideas, poems and artworks.
If i was a dinosaur and you were a jet theres a chance, a good chance, that wed never have met. Written in the vein of classic imaginative tales, this is a book for everyone, young and old. The book is filled with dallas claytons out of this world illustrations about what children should dream about with colorful and sloppy drawings. About a year ago i stumbled across something called an awesome book by dallas clayton. I liked it enough to buy a copy myself, and recently i. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Like its title, it really is awesome in so many levels. His first book self written, selfillustrated, selfpublished and selfpromoted to cultfollowing status was a gift to so many and indeed, the author gifted as many books as he.
With such overwhelming energy and unprecedented success, clayton is well on his way to earning the title that many in the blogosphere have already bandied about. To give the love shown to him back dallas clayton has set up the awesome world foundation, which will give one copy of an awesome book book away for each copy sold. Watch below and, we love this, you can read the book for free right here. Clayton denies the accusation, which was reported to police and later posted on instagram, but some companies that had partnered with him are now distancing themselves from the instagram star. Mar 27, 2012 exuberantly written and illustrateda surefire readaloud hit. Artist, writer, and kids book author dallas clayton. Psalm 150 an awesome book of thanks by dallas clayton written for ages 47 comment. This is an online version of the book, which you can read in any one of 17 awesome languages or all 17 if you prefer. If i was a river and you were the sky, if i was down low and you were up high, or if i. Its a book he originally wrote for his son and when. Dream bigthe power of storiesthankfulnessadvice for young writersan awesome world foundationclayton reads an awesome bookhappy 10th birthdaydream bigmy name is dallas clayton.
Transcript from an interview with dallas clayton reading. Clayton wrote the book initially for his own fiveyearold son and decided to have it printed up. This book is a perfect gift for valentines dayor really for any day youd like to tell someone special how much you care. Based on the simple concept of dreaming big, an awesome book. Nov 23, 2016 book by dallas clayton if you are thankful, i will give you more quran 14. Below is an edited transcript from reading rockets interview with dallas clayton.
Its an awesome world according to dallas clayton ed. Inspirational artist dallas clayton infuses his trademark whimsical art and positive message into an absolutely awesome alphabet book. My 1st graders first project for the year was inspired by artistauthor dallas clayton. Honestly, id never written any sort of book before an awesome book. A selfpublished sensation, dallas has visited schools and stores across the united states, handselling his book one kid at a time. The reason why i decided the mention him is because he has written a book for children in which he explains the importance of following your dreams. The awesome book of thanks is available to read for free online remember to scroll to the right to keep reading.
Although this book is written for children, i really like the idea it. Dallas clayton is an author and illustrator of books for children of all ages. Inspired by the idea of being thankful for all that you have, an awesome book of thanks is a beautifully written, fantastically illustrated walk through a world of magical unicorns, robotic dinosaurs, and all. Dallas has toured the planet reading to kids and encouraging them to dream big. Nov 18, 2010 dallas has toured the planet reading to kids and encouraging them to dream big. Dallas clayton is an author, illustrator, public speaker, mural painter, and adventure seeker. If you like it and im sure you will you can order a copy through your local bookstore or from any major. An awesome book of thanks clayton, dallas, dallas clayton.
Mar 20, 2015 an awesome book of love, by dallas clayton. After the birth of his son in 2003, citation needed clayton wrote, illustrated, and published an awesome book. Apr 02, 2012 based on the simple concept of dreaming big, an awesome book. An awesome book has achieved cult status, selling thousands and thousands of copies. Its, like, so typical for awesome us author dallas clayton to write a follow up to his an awesome book see kbrs interview here which focuses on gratefulness. An awesome book by dallas clayton is a fun childs book with the writing style of dr. Theres a book for that where book love and the joy of a classroom community are shared. Kindle edition by clayton, dallas, clayton, dallas. Raising children to be grateful and gracious is becoming an exceptionally difficult task in our age of rampant capitalism, disposable consumer goods and culture of entitlement. Nov 22, 2010 when we found an awesome book last year, the author, dallas clayton, blogger for we love you so had done an irresistible video about his irresistible book, written to help his son learn to dream big.
Bursting with color and life, each spread offers a rhythmic phrase and an abundance of artwork ill. Many years ago, before my daughter was conceived, i came across a book which completely blew me away. Posts about dallas clayton written by carriegelson. There are so many different kinds of lovethe way you love your husband or wife, the way you love. This season, hes back with an awesome book of thanks. An awesome book of love, by dallas clayton all the. Dec 26, 2012 when dallas clayton wrote an awesome book.
Dallas clayton is an american author and illustrator best known for his children. Dallas clayton is an american author and illustrator best known for his childrens works in the awesome book series. Prices for editions of an awesome book, by dallas clayton. An awesome book of love, by dallas clayton all the things i. In 2008, labased artist and writer dallas clayton made us smile with an awesome book. Exuberantly written and illustrateda surefire readaloud hit. I made a promise to share it with everyone i can pass the awesomeness to, so that we never, ever, ever, truly grow up. Written in the vein of classic imaginative tales, it is a sure hit for all generations, young and old. Take a walk on the loving side as each page of an awesome book of love perfectly details just how your heart feels in loving moments. Suess, shel silverstein, and maurice sendak it is a sure hit for all generations young and old. There are places in the world where people do not dream the book begins.
Nov 03, 2010 in 2008, labased artist and writer dallas clayton made us smile with an awesome book. Inspired by the idea of being thankful for all that you have, an awesome book of thanks. Description the second book in the awesome book series by dallas clayton, perfect for everyone you love there are so many different kinds of lovethe way you love your husband or wife, the way you love your child, the way you love your parentsand dallas clayton knows just how to describe them all. School library journal based on the simple concept of dreaming big, an. There are so many different kinds of lovethe way you love your husband or wife. It plays on the idea that the dreams we have when were sleeping can be so magical and outlandish, but the ones we have when were awake hopes and aspirations, are often bland and. In claytons world, there are wild animals with diamondcoated wings and cars that run on jelly beans. Clayton began his writing career by selfpublishing small run short story zines which he distributed in art galleries, music venues, and on street corners throughout the u. Sometimes they are wrapped and plastic and sold in important stores for more money than they cost to manufacture. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. Inspired by the idea of being thankful for all that you have, an awesome book of thanks is a beautifully written, fantastically illustrated walk through a world of magical unicorns, robotic dinosaurs, and all of lifes simple moments, great and small.
Originally written by dallas clayton, and posted online here. Crafted for children ages 0, this timeless story is sure to be an instant classic, at home in the hands of anyone. The story mainly focus on children should not start dreaming small when growing up, they should keep dream big. School library journalbased on the simple concept of dreaming big, an awesome book. When we found an awesome book last year, the author, dallas clayton, blogger for we love you so had done an irresistible video about his irresistible book, written to help his son learn to dream big.
An awesome book author dallas clayton speaks about the. But that world is far from the one in which author dallas clayton places us. Buy a cheap copy of an awesome book of thanks by dallas clayton. Clayton created a bunch of 6x9 inch paintings that all feature a little creature with a positive message written on them. The afterward talks about the real tailor and how his story happened to be told in this uplifting picture book.
Dallas clayton tries to make things that are beautiful. After the birth of his son in 2003, clayton wrote, illustrated, and published an awesome book. When he is not busy writing books for children of all ages, touring the world, painting on buildings, or climbing trees, he is generally trying find happiness and share it with others. He spent thirty minutes writing it, six months drawing the artwork, and called it an awesome book. Police are investigating a rape claim against make magic. Written in the vein of classic imaginative tales, it. You can click on the text to hear dallas read the book with a few awesome sound effects, too. Click on a title below to read, purchase, or share. You may remember clayton as the author of an awesome book.
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